Dave Thomas and the Founding of Wendy's

What was Dave Thomas's main reason for leaving KFC?

• He was dissatisfied with the lack of good burgers in Ohio.

• He wanted to start a new career in a different industry.

• He had a disagreement with Colonel Sanders.

• He wanted to move to a different state.

Who played a significant role in teaching Dave Thomas the value of hard work?

• Phil Klaus

• Colonel Sanders

• His grandmother, Minnie Sinclair

• His adoptive father

What was one of Dave Thomas's roles during his military service?

• Infantry soldier

• Military chef

• Pilot

• Communications officer

How did Dave Thomas contribute to KFC's branding?

• He opened the first KFC franchise.

• He created the original KFC recipe.

• He suggested using Colonel Sanders's likeness in ads.

• He designed the KFC logo.

What inspired the name 'Wendy's' for Dave Thomas's restaurant?

• His favorite childhood book

• A suggestion from Colonel Sanders

• A nickname for his daughter Melinda

• A popular song at the time

What was unique about Wendy's hamburgers when the restaurant first opened?

• They were served with a special type of cheese.

• They were square-shaped.

• They were only available in limited quantities.

• They were made with a secret sauce.

What was a key factor in Wendy's rapid expansion during the 1970s?

• Partnership with other fast-food chains

• Franchise licensing for entire cities or regions

• Introduction of a breakfast menu

• Aggressive advertising campaigns

Which advertising campaign significantly boosted Wendy's popularity in the 1980s?

• The 'Quality is Our Recipe' campaign

• The 'Square Burgers' campaign

• The 'Fresh, Never Frozen' campaign

• The 'Where's the Beef?' campaign

What was one of Dave Thomas's regrets regarding the Wendy's brand?

• Not introducing a breakfast menu earlier

• Not collaborating with other fast-food chains

• Naming the restaurant after his daughter

• Not expanding internationally sooner

What was the purpose of the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption?

• To promote education for high school dropouts

• To provide scholarships for culinary students

• To support fast-food workers

• To find permanent homes for children